Licensed and insured, covering Sussex
Overgrown garden clearance
We cut back, clear out and take away, turning a jungle back into a garden you can use.
Overgrown garden clearance
Overgrown garden clearance in Worthing and across Sussex
We cut back, clear out and take away, turning a jungle back into a garden you can use.
An overgrown garden can feel impossible to tackle. Brambles and nettles take over the beds, the lawn becomes knee-high meadow, hedges block the light, and underneath it all there is often rubbish, old furniture and broken pots. Our overgrown garden clearance service deals with the lot.
We cut back growth, strim long grass, clear brambles and ivy, remove hidden rubbish and structures, and take all the waste away. You are left with a clear, workable space ready for a gardener, a landscaper or a fresh start.
We have used this company a number of times. Very professional, I would highly recommend them. They are happy to go that extra mile with no hesitation.
A Star customer, Customer review
Common reasons gardens get overgrown
We clear overgrown gardens for new homeowners, landlords between tenancies, families dealing with a relative's home and people who have simply not had the time or health to keep on top of things.
Whatever the reason, we do not judge. We just get it sorted.
Reviewed by Jordan, owner of A Star Waste ManagementLast updated 27 September 2026. Licensed waste carrier based in Worthing.
What we take
Typical items on a overgrown garden clearance job:
- Hedge and tree cuttingsIncluding large branches and logs.
- Grass, leaves and weedsLoose or bagged.
- Turf and bagged soilHeavy, so let us know roughly how much.
- Sheds and summerhousesDismantled and removed.
- GreenhousesFrames and glass handled safely.
- Decking and fencingBoards, joists, panels and posts.
- Garden furnitureTables, chairs, benches and parasols.
- Pots, planters and ornamentsPlastic, terracotta and concrete.
- Paving and rubbleSlabs, bricks and hardcore.
- Garden junkOld toys, barbecues, hoses and bikes.
Needs a specialist or special handling
- Japanese knotweedControlled waste that needs a specialist.
- Asbestos roof sheetsCommon on older sheds and garages; needs a licensed contractor.
- Garden chemicalsWeedkillers and pesticides need hazardous waste disposal.
- Very large treesFelling large trees is a job for a qualified tree surgeon.
Advice
After the clearance
Once a garden has been cleared back, it is much easier to see what you have: the shape of the lawn, the condition of the fences, which shrubs are worth keeping and where the sun falls. That is the ideal moment to plan what comes next, whether that is a new lawn, raised beds or simply regular maintenance.
If a gardener or landscaper is taking over, we can clear to the stage they need and come back to remove the waste from their work too, so the garden never fills up again.
Good to know
Protecting what you want to keep
Under the overgrowth there are often mature shrubs, trees and features worth saving. Walk us round, or mark them in your photos, and we will work around them.
Wildlife matters too. We check hedges for nesting birds during the breeding season and adjust the work if needed.
Overgrown garden clearance
When a garden has been left for a season or more, we can cut back overgrowth, clear brambles and nettles, strim long grass and remove the resulting waste, along with any rubbish that has been hidden in the undergrowth. It is a common job for new homeowners and for families clearing a relative's property.
We will talk to you about what should stay, such as mature shrubs, trees or features, and work around them. The aim is to leave a clear, workable garden you or your gardener can take forward.
Before and after
Real results
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BeforeAfterBeforeAfterHow it works
Four simple steps from first message to a clear space.
Send us photos
WhatsApp a few pictures of the waste and the route to the road, or call 01903 962 492. Tell us your postcode and when suits you.
Get a clear price
We reply with a fixed quote based on what we can see. No hidden extras, no pressure, and no obligation to book.
We load and sweep
Our team arrives on the agreed day, carries everything out, loads the van and sweeps up behind us.
Responsible disposal
Waste goes to licensed facilities to be sorted and recycled where possible. Businesses get a waste transfer note.
What affects the price
We quote every job individually, usually from photos. The main factors are:
Measured by volume, based on your photos.
Soil, turf, rubble and paving are heavy and cost more to dispose of.
Sheds, greenhouses and decking need dismantling time.
A long carry or a route through the house takes longer.
If we are clearing overgrowth rather than just removing waste, labour time increases.
How to prepare
- Point out any plants, shrubs or features you want to keep.
- Tell us how we get into the garden: side gate, back lane or through the house.
- If waste has to come through the house, we will protect floors, so let us know.
- Mention anything heavy, such as soil, turf or paving, when you send photos.
- Check old sheds and garages for cement roof sheets and tell us if you are unsure.
- Move cars from the drive if we need to park close to the garden.
Responsible disposal
Where your waste goes
Green waste goes to licensed composting facilities. Timber, metal and glass are separated for recycling where possible, rubble and soil go to inert waste facilities, and the remainder is taken to licensed transfer stations.
Whoever takes your waste, check they are a registered waste carrier. Householders have a legal duty of care, and if waste you paid someone to remove is fly-tipped it can be traced back to you. We are licensed and insured, take every load to authorised facilities, and are always happy to show our credentials.
Fantastic service I highly recommend them, took a shed down yesterday rang them last night they were here first thing this morning to take it away along with other garden waste. Highly competitive rates but they don't cut corners. They swept and tidied up after themselves as well, I'll definitely use A Star in all my future jobs. Thank you.
Jordan organized his crew to come and clear a mountain of rubbish from my back garden. A well overdue clearance all soggy and disintegrated and included a dead rat within..yuk. The lads did an amazing job. They were polite and courteous and worked flat out in the pouring rain. I can highly recommend them and will be using them again. I probably won't leave it so long next time though!
A Star Waste Management did a great job clearing a big pile of old decking from my garden. They were efficient, reasonably priced and the men were polite and respectful, and were mindful not to damage any of my plants. Would definitely use their service again.
I chose A Star waste management as I was very pleased with the service provided previously they removed a lot of household rubbish for me quote was very reasonable and affordable nice guys came today for garden waste again good service will definitely use them again highly recommend THANKYOU
Quoted a good price for some hardcore removal after breaking up a pathway. A Star came and removed the waste the next day. The lads were polite and got the job done quickly. Highly recommend.
Really good service. Competitive price and left the site clear. I liked the good communication e.g. pictures of the finished job as I couldn't be at home as I was working. Great job and I would use them again.
Local service
Overgrown garden clearance near you
We provide overgrown garden clearance as part of our garden clearance service in every town we cover:
Questions
Overgrown garden clearance FAQs
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Do you cut back as well as remove?
Yes.
Can you clear brambles and ivy?
Yes.
Will you protect plants I want to keep?
Yes.
Do you take the waste away?
Yes, to licensed composting.
Can you do it in one day?
Most gardens, yes.
Do you take garden waste bags?
Yes. We can empty your garden waste bags or take them away, along with loose cuttings and branches.
Can you clear a completely overgrown garden?
Yes. We cut back overgrowth, clear brambles and remove the waste, along with any rubbish in the garden.
Do you remove sheds?
Yes. We dismantle and remove sheds, summerhouses and greenhouses. See our shed removal page for details.
Will you damage my plants?
No. Tell us what to keep and we will work carefully around it.
Can you take soil and turf?
Yes, but it is heavy, so let us know roughly how much there is so we can bring the right vehicle.
